Honey, that doesn't mean that they will ever take you seriously. you may have to go to your school counselor or maybe clergy or someone in the family that is educated or has some clout and knows something about you and the things you are feeling. It may be a grandmother or an aunt or uncle or someone else the family respects. Maybe just ask to go see your family Dr. and see the Dr. alone. Then bring it up and ask them to keep it confidential. you have rights and I would love for you to be able to tell your immediate family but, they are maybe just not receptive. Depression and all mental illness has stigma attatched and a lot of people do not understand it. They haven't been there and they just are not informed or receptive to it. You must not let it go on though. Talk to someone. Writ a list and pick the three people you think would understand and call the first and so on until you get someone to respond to you in a helpful way. They should get you to your Dr. or offer to go to mental health clinic or with you to talk to your mom or at least offer to talk with you often about your feelings. Get the counselor at school to talk with you also. The more people on your team the better. It's nothing to be ashamed of. You need more than one person, people are so busy, they may not always be there for you. Build a support group if you can. But, get to the family Dr. and ask him for some advice. You may only need to talk or you may need medication. Whatever it may be don't try to handle it alone. OK? Promise me you will get help from one of these sourses. OK? Love coming your way...by the way, we all get depressed somewhat, during puberty and holidays and me, in winter. So, understanding it is half the battle. Good luck Baby Boy.
2006-12-17 10:42:42
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answered by MISS-MARY 6
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Depression takes many forms. it's not always obvious to other people.the best thing you can do is see a doctor a.s.a.p, don't wait any longer or you could make yourself ill. People don't always know the reason for their depression either and sometimes its' something very small that triggers it.This time of year can be difficult for people too wether it's the lack of sunlight or the stresses of the season.If you are not happy with what the doctor says then see another and hopefully you will find someone who is sympathetic and helpful. Find something that lifts your mood if only for a short while every day like blaring music that you can scream along to.maybe look in to councilling in a place like 'off the record' where you don't even have to give them your real name.No matter how others make you feel or how you feel inside try to remember that ther are people out here who are thinking of you and wishing you all the best of everything. I really hope someone will help you soon. Take care and try to enjoy the hols.
2006-12-17 10:39:57
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answered by Anonymous
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First thing, Don't say or do anything drastic like someone else said to do.
You need to find the cause of your depression. Some people get depressed from a lack of light and fresh air, for some its the holiday season.
Once you have an idea of the cause you need sit down with your folks and talk openly about it. If they don't want to or can't make the time try talking to another relative that you feel comfortable with. Or bring it up with your doctor.
Good luck and Happy Holidays
2006-12-17 10:45:08
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answered by frankdavignon 1
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They don't believe you?? Thats not very uplifting, but anyways..... You have to be serious about it at dinner or whenever you guys are together you need to bring it up tell them how you are feeling, and I would really recommend on seeing a counsler, I am kinda in the same boat except everyone in my family knows I am depressed, and I am trying to do something about it.. what really works is a support system, find a friend or family that really takes you seriously and talk to them.. I am serious, just take it easy for now and if they still don't believe you go see a doc and they can help!! Good Luck, and just know your not alone kk- Megan
2006-12-17 10:30:30
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answered by Anonymous
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I would find therapist at a responsible mental health care company. I would talk to my therapist about this issue first and explain the situation. Then listen to the suggestions he/she gives and act on it. Say for instance, that it worked then you may or may not, depending on your age, have to tell your parents because if you are 18 or over no one has to know. On the contrary, your therapist may refer you to psychiatrist which can write a prescription if he/she sees you need medication because depression is a real problem in some people. Another thing is serotonin because depression is the result of low serotonin levels. The best thing is to see a psychiatrist if you have depression that don't get better in two weeks.
2006-12-17 11:02:48
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answered by Anonymous
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You need to sit down with your parents and talk to them about what's bothering you. Trying to get their attention through other means, like saying you are going to do something that might hurt them or you is not the way. If they refuse to listen to you or to pay attention to this serious matter, because depression is no light matter, then you need to speak with somebody who you can reall trust. Perhaps like a teacher, school counselor, or even a police officer. Believe me, when you explain this to another person, preferably not a family member, people will listen.
I wish you the best with your troubles.
Happy Holidays.
J.F.
2006-12-17 10:27:56
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answered by ? 3
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One day just go up to which parent your closer to and tell them that you haven't been feeling emotionally well for a while. People have the self ability to get out of depression. I got out of it. We all go through it.
2006-12-17 10:28:26
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answered by Anonymous
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It's really important tht u have understood it.Others don't know it and commit suicides,cut themselves e.t.c.Depression is a curable desease,if u really suffer from it.As for your parents,I guess they are too concerned with their problems.This is probably a reason tht could make u feel depressed.
2006-12-17 10:29:42
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answered by Anonymous
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go to your doctor and tell him/her. a general practitioner can help you decide whether you need to see a therapist and refer you to a good one, and may also talk to your parents. if they don't believe it coming from you, maybe the doctor will have better luck.
2006-12-17 10:29:27
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answered by Emily 3
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Go to your lacal hospital and tell them how you are feeling. If you are suicidal they will admit you and help you get better. Don't wait for your family to be convinced. They aren't able to treat you for it.
2006-12-17 10:34:29
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answered by Anonymous
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